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Clavicle fracture treatment: When is surgery necessary?
Most clavicle fractures heal well without surgery using a sling or splint. Surgery may be needed if the fracture is badly ...
Until about 15 years ago, most clavicle fractures were allowed to heal with minimal medical intervention. That changed after a 2007 study reported better shoulder function after plate-fixation surgery ...
Collarbone surgery involves repairing a broken clavicle bone. Surgeons will try to realign the displaced bone and fix it in place to help it heal. People can usually return to their usual activities ...
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